Manufacturing Engineer Sr (Level 3)
Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Responsibilities
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Aviation thrives on perseverance—learning from failure, trying again, and ultimately succeeding. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception, our passion for advancing aeronautical design and achieving mission success has defined our culture. We celebrate the unique talents of our diverse team, whose collective drive propels us toward global opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and defense through innovation and inspiration.
What You Will Be Doing
Join Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Manufacturing Engineering Team and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace technology. As a Manufacturing Engineer Sr supporting the 1st shift Wing Systems production build team, you will:
• Work directly with shop floor personnel, manufacturing teams, and site management for the F-35 Aircraft.
• Provide production floor support and QAR support to ensure smooth operations and high-quality outcomes.
• Maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Wing Systems production.
• Drive corrective action business rhythms to address and resolve production challenges.
• Coordinate with other support teams and proactively communicate on major issues across F-35 build areas.
• Mentor early-career team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and implement innovative solutions.
What’s In It For You
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the success of the F-35 program, a cornerstone of advanced aerospace technology.
• Collaboration: Work alongside talented professionals, including production management and touch labor teams, to solve complex challenges.
• Career Growth: Build your leadership and technical expertise while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
• Innovation: Play a key role in driving continuous improvement and ensuring high-quality outcomes for the F-35 program.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
You are a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional with:
• A strong technical proficiency in manufacturing engineering and a drive to resolve complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling seamless collaboration with interdepartmental peers, customers, and management.
• A proven ability to take initiative, drive production improvements, and ensure proactive coordination across teams.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with floor support &/or corrective action.
• Experience with root cause analysis
• CATIA V5 experience or similar software
• Experience reading engineering blueprints and tool designs
• F-35 production experience
Desired Skills:
• BS/MS in Manufacturing Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of F-35 production line practices and requirements
• F-35 Manufacturing Engineering experience
• Experience working in QADS, SFM, SAP, CAPP, PDM, and ICA
• Experience supporting production on non-standard repair work
• Understanding Lean and Six Sigma Techniques
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Organizational skills
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.